A skater goes through a lot of different feelings during a competition. Staying calm is the key point. … - Elvis Stojko

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Elvis Stojko

A skater goes through a lot of different feelings during a competition. Staying calm is the key point. You feel a little anxious, a little nervous, a little unsettled. That's when you've got to trust your feelings, trust your abilities. Believe in what you have worked for so long to achieve. Have faith in yourself.

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